Did Charli XCX throw shade at BLACKPINK’s Rosé at Paris Fashion Week? Viral photo sparks massive fan debate online

BRAT behaviour or just a simple photo dump taken out of context? Charli XCX is trending for all the wrong reasons after her recent Paris Fashion Week photo dump ignited a storm online, especially among BLACKPINK Rosé’s fans. The backlash centers on one snapshot among the 9 photos she shared on Instagram where Rosé appears left in the dark, literally! While the spotlight hits everyone else, Rosé is seen sitting at one corner in the dark.

While this has already created a huge uproar, videos from the front row further fueled speculation, showing Rosé seemingly on the sidelines as other attendees chatted and posed for photos.

Front row moment at Saint Laurent

Rosé graced the front row of Saint Laurent’s Spring/Summer 2026 show in a powder blue satin ensemble, with a flowing sash trailing behind her and a high ponytail paired with subtle winged eyeliner framing her face. She paired the outfit with towering white heels over sheer tights and kept accessories minimal with just a single gold bangle.

Sharing the space with her were A-listers like Hailey Bieber, Zoe Kravitz, and Charli XCX herself, all dressed in pieces from the same collection. However, the group didn’t seem to gel well, with little interaction between the women throughout the event.

Style choices spark debate

While all the drama related to Charli XCX was brewing, prior to that, Rosé’s outfit drew reactions online. Some fans joked it looked like she was off to a “slumber party,” while others criticized the styling as underwhelming, calling the makeup a minimalist approach. Despite the critique, many praised her for keeping the focus on the outfit itself, letting Saint Laurent’s design shine.

Riding high despite the heat

This Paris Fashion Week appearance follows Rosé’s record-breaking win at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, where she scooped Song of the Year for APT. with Bruno Mars. The song is also generating Grammy buzz, though some skeptics have questioned her prior remarks about awards and “fake achievements” on her For Your Recommendations list.

Through it all, Rosé has maintained her composure, proving that even amidst a viral photo storm and fan speculation, her influence in fashion and music remains undeniable.